Essential Question: Is it a moral obligation to practice philanthropy?



Bell Ringer


Look back at Langston Hughes's short story "Thank You, Ma'am," as well as your 5 column notes on author viewpoint. Write an open response paragraph addressing the author's viewpoint on the topic of philanthropy. Remember that you should have a topic sentence that gives a clear point, evidence from the text, and your own explanation (PEE).

Visual Texts: Music Videos!

Word Study:

We Are the World (Haiti remake)

Material Girl


Discuss and Write

Compare and contrast the viewpoints expressed in the songs.
Add these songs to your 5 column notes chart. What message does each song send, and what text evidence supports this?